Summary

The HSE Officer is responsible for implementing and monitoring HSE at project sites.

Location: Muleba | Singida | Tanga

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular site inspections to ensure safe working conditions and compliance with approved safety plans. 

• Monitor daily field activities and provide immediate feedback to rectify unsafe behavior or conditions. 

• Deliver toolbox talks, daily briefings, and job hazard analyses (JHAs) to FSRs and subcontractor teams. 

• Assist in incident investigations, collect field-level data, and participate in root cause analysis (RCA). 

• Ensure the correct usage of PPE and verify that all personnel are trained and properly equipped. 

• Report all near-misses, unsafe acts, and environmental hazards to the HSE Leader for escalation. 

• Track safety KPIs at the crew and zone level and maintain detailed logs and reports. 

• Support emergency response planning, including drills and evacuation simulations. 

• Follow up on corrective and preventive actions (CAPAs) from safety audits and inspections. 
• Act as a liaison between site operations and the HSE department to promote active risk awareness. 

Education and Qualifications

• Technical diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Safety, Environmental Science, or Engineering. 

Preferred Additional Qualifications 

• HSE certifications (e.g., NEBOSH, IOSH, OSHA 30). 

• Experience in multinational EPC or energy projects. 

• Fluency in English required; Swahili or French is a plus. 

 

Requirements

• Minimum 2–4 years of field experience in an HSE role, preferably in infrastructure, utilities, or oil & gas projects. 

Industry Exposure 

• Experience working on remote job sites or construction environments in the energy, oil & gas, or utilities sector. 

Characteristics

Technical Skills 

• Strong understanding of jobsite hazard identification and mitigation practices. 

• Familiarity with HSE regulations, PPE standards, and emergency response planning. 

• Knowledge of ISO 45001 or other safety management system standards. 

• Ability to conduct field-level training and safety observations. 

• Environmental awareness related to spill response, waste handling, and noise/dust control. 

Personal Attributes 

• Vigilant, proactive, and assertive in field environments. 

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to engage crews and subcontractors. 

• Committed to safety-first behavior and continuous improvement. 

• Calm under pressure and effective in incident or emergency response scenarios. 

Performance Measurement (KPIs) 

• Number of daily inspections and observations conducted 

• Toolbox talks delivered and JHAs completed 

• Incidents, near-misses, and hazard reports submitted 

• Compliance rate of PPE usage and training attendance 

• CAPA closure rate and response time 

Work Conditions 

• Based full-time at the EACOP construction and substation sites in Tanzania. 

• Requires full PPE compliance and high mobility across remote or rugged job zones. 

• May involve extended hours or shift rotation during high-activity phases. 

• Exposure to oil & gas field conditions including noise, dust, height, and confined space environments.